Occupational Health and Safety Specialist (Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt II)

Working Title:  Occupational Health and Safety Specialist 

This is an 'On-Campus Only' Recruitment.  Qualified applicants must be current employees of CSUDH.

Department Name: Environmental Health and Safety

Division: Administration and Finance 

Classification Title: Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt II

Classification Salary Range: $5,537 - $10,014 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $6,500 - $7,350 per month.

The final salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

About the Department/Position:

Under the direction of the Environmental Health & Safety Director, The Occupational Health & Safety Specialist will be the point person for campus-related Occupational Safety and Health needs. This incumbent will develop, implement, and maintain campus health and occupational safety (EH&S) plans, programs, and training systems. The incumbent will investigate all work-related injuries, incidents, or illnesses; perform periodic inspections of makers spaces, shops, and workspaces and identify hazards that need to be mitigated. 

Special Working Conditions:

Working outside of the regular schedule may be required to follow up on workplace incidents, respond to emergencies, and contact Cal/OSHA in the event of an incident. Training may also need to occur outside of regularly scheduled shifts. May be able to telecommute on a limited basis.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain campus health and occupational safety (EH&S) plans, programs, and training systems.
• Develop and maintain records and databases to track information, analyze trends, coordinate program improvements, and file reports.
• Identify potential hazards and work with departments to implement and ensure corrective action occurs.
• Provide training and oversight for all the Health and safety-related programs.
• Manage Health & Safety related software programs such as Risk and Safety Solutions (RSS), AED program software and EHS website development and updates
• Review and contribute to the EHS annual strategic plan.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the administration, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Occupational Safety, physical or health sciences, engineering, or a similar course of study and four (4) - five (5) years working in the Environmental Health and safety field for a large organization.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Overall knowledge of state and federal health & safety laws, including Cal/OSHA, California Fire Code, Title 19, and Title 22.
• Ability to write and deliver programs related to areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge of Injury Illness Prevention Program.
• Exercise tact and good judgment in responding to requests for information and in all actions taken.
• Working knowledge of fire and life safety codes and requirements
• Working knowledge of building codes and occupancy requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Laboratory experience, specifically in a university setting.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Additional certifications preferred such as a CHMM, CIT, STS, CHST, OHST, CPE, CEAS.
• Knowledge of construction safety orders and the ability to read and review plans for new builds and tenant improvements.
• Implementing contractor safety programs.

 To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information:                                 

• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment physical exam with the ability to lift up in excess of 50 lbs.
• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
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